Which of the following is an example of a nominal scale of measurement?
A) class standing (i.e.,are you a freshman,sophomore,junior,or senior?)
B) ranking classmates from tallest to smallest
C) temperature in Kelvin
D) reaction time (in msec)
E) percent correct

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Nominal scales of measurement are used for labeling variables without any quantitative value. Class standing (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior) is a perfect example because it categorizes students without implying a numerical order or degree of difference between the categories.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Nominal